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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Performer Cyc Q6 Product code: 33170 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
- Page 2 Performer Cyc Q6 Preface Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Performer Cyc Q6 Table of contents Introduction ................................4 Before Using the Product ..........................4 Intended Use ............................... 4 Product Lifespan ..............................4 LEDs Lifespan ............................... 4 Text Conventions ..............................4 Symbols and Signal Words ..........................5 Symbols on the Information Label ........................5 Safety .................................. - Page 4 Performer Cyc Q6 Information ..............................28 Fixture Hours ............................28 Version ..............................28 RDM ...............................29 CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) ....................29 Preset Colors ............................29 DMX Channels ..............................30 BASIC (3 CH), SSP (8 CH), TOUR (13 CH), TR16 (20 CH) ................30 HSIC (7 CH) ..............................32 CMY (10 CH) ..............................33...
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Page 5: Introduction
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec Performer Cyc Q6 ● Quick-lock bracket ● Safety cable ●... -
Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words
Performer Cyc Q6 Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury. -
Page 7: Safety
Performer Cyc Q6 Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. Warnings and Safety Instructions... - Page 8 Performer Cyc Q6 WARNING Risk of epileptic shock Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons should avoid looking at strobe lights. CAUTION Possible eye damage caused by high light intensity Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this device.
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Page 9: Requirements For The User
Performer Cyc Q6 Attention For professional use only This device shall be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is intended for professional use as a cyclorama wash effect. Any incorrect use may lead to hazardous situations and result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 10: Description Of The Device
Description of the Device The Showtec Performer Cyc Q6 is an IP65-rated silent cyclorama wash effect, suitable for theaters and film/photo studios. It can be used for creating of the illusion of air, open space or great distance in the back of the stage. -
Page 11: Product Specifications
Performer Cyc Q6 Product Specifications Model: Performer Cyc Q6 Electrical: Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 180 W Physical: Dimensions: 530 x 170 x 110 mm (L x W x H) Weight: 6 kg Optics: Light source:... -
Page 12: Dimensions
Performer Cyc Q6 Dimensions Fig. 05 Installation Safety Instructions for Installation WARNING Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. If trussing systems are used, installation must be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Follow all applicable European, national and local safety regulations concerning rigging and trussing. -
Page 13: Rigging
Performer Cyc Q6 Rigging The device can be positioned on a flat surface or be mounted on a truss or other rigging structure in any orientation. Make sure that all loads are within the pre-determined limits of the supporting structure. -
Page 14: Connecting To Power Supply
Performer Cyc Q6 Connecting to Power Supply DANGER Electric shock caused by short-circuit The device accepts AC mains power at 100–240 V and 50/60 Hz. Do not supply power at any other voltage or frequency to the device. This device falls under IEC protection class I. Make sure that the device is always electrically connected to the ground (earth). -
Page 15: Setup
Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables. Stand-alone Setup When the Performer Cyc Q6 is not connected to a controller or to other devices, it functions as a stand- alone device. It can be operated manually. For more information about the control modes, refer to 6.2. Control Modes on page 17. -
Page 16: Dmx Cables
Fig. 07. Fig. 07 Master/Slave Setup The Performer Cyc Q6 supports master/slave control mode. To connect multiple devices in master/slave setup, follow the steps below: Connect the first device’s DMX OUT connector to the second device’s DMX IN connector. -
Page 17: Dmx Linking
04) Continue assigning the starting addresses of the remaining devices by adding each time 20 to the previous number. Make sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Performer Cyc Q6 correctly. If two or more devices are addressed similarly, they will work similarly. -
Page 18: Operation
Control Modes The Performer Cyc Q6 can be operated with a DMX controller and as a stand-alone device. The Performer Cyc Q6 supports the following control modes: ●... -
Page 19: Control Panel
Start-up Upon start-up the display will show a splash screen with the logo of Showtec followed by the start screen. The start screen provides information about the currently active control mode, the DMX starting address and the temperature: Note: ●... -
Page 20: Menu Overview
Performer Cyc Q6 Menu Overview Product code: 33170... - Page 21 Performer Cyc Q6 Product code: 33170...
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Page 23: Main Menu Options
Performer Cyc Q6 Main Menu Options 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following options: ● STATIC See 6.6.1. Static Colors ● ADDRESS See 6.6.2. DMX Address ● RUN MODE See 6.6.3. Run Mode ● PERSONALITY See 6.6.4. Personality (DMX Channel Modes) ●... -
Page 24: Dmx Address
Performer Cyc Q6 DMX Address In this menu you can set the DMX starting address of the device. The adjustment range is between 001 and 493/500/503/505/506/510, depending on the currently selected DMX channel mode. See 6.6.4. Personality (DMX Channel Modes) on page 24 for more information. -
Page 25: Personality (Dmx Channel Modes)
Performer Cyc Q6 Personality (DMX Channel Modes) In this menu you can select the DMX channel mode (personality). 01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired DMX channel mode. There are 6 options available: BASIC: 3 channels TR16 20 channels... -
Page 26: Edit
Select the custom program you want to edit ● UPLOAD: Transfer custom programs to another Performer Cyc Q6 Press the ENTER button to confirm. Each custom program has 10 editable scenes: Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select a scene. Press the ENTER button to enter the scene settings. -
Page 27: Settings
Performer Cyc Q6 Settings In this menu you can adjust the settings of the device. This menu requires the password. The default password is pressing the UP/DOWN buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN. Enter the password to open the menu. -
Page 28: Dmx Error
Performer Cyc Q6 DMX Error In this submenu, you can determine the behavior of the device in case of a DMX failure. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following 2 options: ● SAVE: The device will use the last correctly received DMX signal ●... -
Page 29: Disp Time
Performer Cyc Q6 Disp Time In this submenu you can set when the display turns off, when no buttons are pressed. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 2 minutes or ON (display continuously on). Press the ENTER button to confirm. -
Page 30: Rdm
Performer Cyc Q6 In this submenu you can view the RDM details of the device. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the 2 options: ● UID: The unique ID number of the device (29B4:09*****) ● LABEL: The name of the device Press the ENTER button to confirm. -
Page 31: Dmx Channels
Performer Cyc Q6 DMX Channels BASIC (3 CH), SSP (8 CH), TOUR (13 CH), TR16 (20 CH) 3 CH 8 CH 13 CH 20 CH Function Value Setting (BASIC) (SSP) (TOUR) (TR16) Master Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Dimmer Fine 000–255... - Page 32 Performer Cyc Q6 3 CH 8 CH 13 CH 20 CH Function Value Setting (BASIC) (SSP) (TOUR) (TR16) 186–190 Color 36 Perfect Lavender L700 191–195 Color 37 Light Pink 196–200 Color 38 Pretty'n Pink L794 201–205 Color 39 Follies Pink L328 206–210...
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Page 33: Hsic (7 Ch)
Performer Cyc Q6 3 CH 8 CH 13 CH 20 CH Function Value Setting (BASIC) (SSP) (TOUR) (TR16) 190–255 Random strobe, from low to high frequency (0–25 Hz) 000–010 No Function 011–100 Reserved 101–110 Dimmer Off 111–120 Dimmer Mode 4 121–150... -
Page 34: Cmy (10 Ch)
Performer Cyc Q6 7 CH Function Value Setting (HSIC) 171–180 4000 Hz 181–190 6000 Hz 191–200 25000 Hz 201–210 All Reset 211–255 Reserved CMY (10 CH) 10 CH Function Value Setting (CMY) Master Dimmer 000–255 From low to high intensity (0–100 %) Cyan 000–255... - Page 35 Performer Cyc Q6 10 CH Function Value Setting (CMY) 206–210 Color 40 Magical Magenta L795 211–215 Color 41 Pale Rose L154 216–220 Color 42 Smokey Pink L127 221–225 Color 43 Flesh Pink L192 226–230 Color 44 Special Rose Pink L332 231–235...
- Page 36 Performer Cyc Q6 10 CH Function Value Setting (CMY) 151–160 1200 Hz 161–170 2400 Hz 171–180 4000 Hz 181–190 6000 Hz 191–200 25000 Hz 201–210 All Reset 211–255 Reserved Product code: 33170...
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Page 37: Rdm Information
Performer Cyc Q6 RDM Information This device supports RDM. Refer to 6.9.2. Supported RDM PIDs for the Device for more information. RDM Details ● Responder ID: 29B4:099XXXXX ● Manufacturer's ID: Showtec (Highlite International B.V.) ● Manufacturer Label: Showtec ● Model Description: Performer CYC ●... -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Performer Cyc Q6 Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide contains solutions to problems which can be carried out by an ordinary person. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. -
Page 39: Maintenance
Performer Cyc Q6 Maintenance Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: ●... -
Page 40: Draining Condensation Water
Performer Cyc Q6 Draining Condensation Water The Performer Cyc Q6 is IP65 rated. The device can resist water jets. If the device is exposed to extreme humid conditions during servicing, condensation may collect inside the device. This can happen also during transportation, if the device is exposed to extreme temperature variations. -
Page 41: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage
Performer Cyc Q6 Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage Instructions for Deinstallation WARNING Incorrect deinstallation can cause serious injuries and damage of property. ● Let the device cool down before dismounting. ● Disconnect power supply before deinstallation. ● Always observe the national and site-specific regulations during deinstallation and derigging of the device. - Page 42 Performer Cyc Q6 Product code: 33170...
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